Ethanolamine / Monoethanolamine (C₂H₇NO) is the simplest stable amino alcohol organic compound, featuring both a primary hydroxyl group (-OH) and a primary amine group (-NH₂). Unique combination of these functionalities makes it a highly amphoteric and versatile industrial chemical. The compound's versatility is primarily harnessed in two areas: as an effective amine scrubber for removing acidic gases (CO₂, HS) in gas processing and key intermediate in the production of fatty acid soaps, detergents, and chelating agents. Also called as ‘MEA, B-Aminoethanol, 2-aminoethanol’ by ethanolamine manufacturers. We are leading & trusted ethanolamine suppliers in the United States and worldwide, offering high-quality ethanolamine grades that meet US quality and safety standards, with reliable lead times and global supply capability.
Ethanolamine / Monoethanolamine (C₂H₇NO) is the simplest stable amino alcohol organic compound, featuring both a primary hydroxyl group (-OH) and a primary amine group (-NH₂). Unique combination of these functionalities makes it a highly amphoteric and versatile industrial chemical. The compound's versatility is primarily harnessed in two areas: as an effective amine scrubber for removing acidic gases (CO₂, HS) in gas processing and key intermediate in the production of fatty acid soaps, detergents, and chelating agents. Also called as ‘MEA, B-Aminoethanol, 2-aminoethanol’ by ethanolamine manufacturers. We are leading & trusted ethanolamine suppliers in the United States and worldwide, offering high-quality ethanolamine grades that meet US quality and safety standards, with reliable lead times and global supply capability.
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Industrial Chemicals
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Organic Intermediates
Amines & Amino Alcohols
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Chemical Properties & Specifications
GHS05;GHS07
R20/21/22; R34
S26; S36/37/39; S4
For amine scrubbing processes to selectively remove CO₂ and H₂S from natural gas, refinery gas, and synthesis gas (gas sweetening)
Mild alkali for pH adjustment in water treatment and chemical processing
Synthesis of certain herbicides and as a salt former to increase the water solubility of active ingredients in fertilizer and crop protection formulations
Reacts with fatty acids to form alkanolamide surfactants and MEA soaps, which are used as emulsifiers, detergents, and dispersing agents in cleaning products
Neutralizes acidic components in hair dyes, creams, and lotions, providing a stable emulsion and modifying viscosity
Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials
Moisture (highly hygroscopic) and CO2 (reacts to form a solid carbonate salt, leading to caking or reduced purity)
Due to its corrosive nature, storage vessels are often made of stainless steel or carbon steel, or high-density polyethylene (HDPE)